1979 Autobianchi A 112 vs. 1954 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1979 Autobianchi A 112 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 928 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Autobianchi A 112 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Autobianchi A 112 (57 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Autobianchi A 112 should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Autobianchi A 112 weights approximately 159 kg more than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Autobianchi A 112 (73 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Autobianchi A 112 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Autobianchi A 112 | 1954 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Daihatsu |
| Model | A 112 | Bee |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 928 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2000 mm |
